Slavia Sofia vs CSKA 1948 1-2: result, Sep 18

Slavia Sofia enter the match with a run that has seen them win twice, draw three times, and lose once across their six most recent First League fixtures. Their latest performances include a narrow win against Dunav Ruse and a goalless draw against Spartak Varna. Under Ratko Dostanic, they have often lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, though they have struggled for wins at home, where their newest five matches have resulted in four draws and a single defeat. CSKA 1948 have been more volatile, recording three wins and three losses in their newest six matches across all competitions. Their most recent league action saw a win against Dunav Ruse following a narrow loss to Levski Sofia. Ognyan Mladenov's side has generally lined up in a 4-4-2 formation. While they have been more clinical in front of goal compared to their hosts, they have also experienced recent away losses, failing to win in their latest two matches on the road.

The history between these two sides heavily favours the visitors, with CSKA 1948 having won four of their five most recent meetings. Slavia Sofia have not managed a victory in this span, with their only positive result being a draw in February 2025. In their most recent encounter in February 2026, CSKA 1948 secured a victory away from home.

CSKA 1948 have won four of the five most recent meetings between the sides.
Slavia Sofia are winless in their newest five home matches.
CSKA 1948 record more shots per match at 13 compared to Slavia Sofia's 8.
No player absences were reported for either side as of the latest capture.

CSKA 1948 arrive with a stronger record in recent meetings and a more productive scoring output over their latest appearances. Lasha Dvali, who provided a goal in his recent appearance for CSKA 1948, may be influential, while Slavia Sofia will look to their collective defensive efforts, having recorded three clean sheets in their latest six outings. Given the visitors' historical edge and current momentum, they look better placed to challenge for a result, though Slavia Sofia's recent run of draws suggests they remain difficult to break down.

Our records are missing player statistics for Slavia Sofia, which leaves their individual contributions in the matches listed unavailable for detailed analysis.